The ending with you asking about your shirt was awesome lol. It shows how you are just "one of us." Idk, I think the more you show how ordinary you are, the more attainable a "good boy" dog is for the rest of us. I have been working with my Great Dane for several months. When I got him, he was scared to even eat out of a dog dish. He has come a long way and has a long way to go, but it feels doable when I watch these videos.
I took in a rehome rottie this past weekend. He came with a choke collar and a leash. We walked to the Goodwill and lo and behold there was a brand new gentle leader in the pet section for $7.99! I can say, his demeanor has changed and he carries himself like a much happier dog.
Spot on. These devices are excellent and offer an (almost) instant solution to lead issues. My young GSP wants to do everything at 100 miles per hour. He was a horror on the lead. On the first two occasions he tried to get it off, but he soon came to associate it with having fun. He now walks to the park to play with his ball very well. No pulling.
The minute I put the gentle leader on my 100 lb strong lab, he is absolutely a perfect gentleman. Amazing! It's the only training aid that works 100% for me. Love your videos!!! I've learned a ton.
I use the gentle leader on my male Great Dane and it works so well! Your method has saved our walks! He wasn’t a puller but he used to be leash reactive. Thank you Joel 🙏🏻
Got a gentle leader a week ago. "Conditioned" my 9 month old 42 pound chocolate lab at home with wearing it for a few minutes a few times a day and giving treats. Walked around a few times in the house.. walked around a few times in the back yard. My 'sled dog' went from sled dog pulling, to loose leash walking in one walk session around the neighbohood. She does constantly try and rub her face in the snow to take it off, but other than that it's been AMAZING.
Here's my comment for the algorithm without stating anything specific about my dog because I'm so tired of people in the comments of dog training videos trying to tell me how to train my dog without ever seeing him. That said, *thank you* for always mentioning that you wouldn't use the same approach with different dogs when you give a demonstration. I never had trouble teaching my dog not to pull on the leash, but your loose leash method was also a great tool in teaching him to ask me for a permission before crossing a street. I don't have to give him a verbal "stop!" anymore!
Joel: *Takes bag of treats off shelf and opens it* Cashier: uh.. Joel you have to pay for- Joel: I don’t care! I’m over it… Cashier: … But you can’t just open them before paying… Joel: I can do this all day 🗿 1:45
I got gentle leaders for my huskies and they work great! Just now learning to phase them it during walks from this video. Will start doing that with them!
My dog barely pulls on a harness, but after listening to Joel talk about the gentle leader I decided to get one and holy shit they are the best thing ever. My dog goes from being slightly in front with a few pulls to walking right beside me and no pulling after only one self correction. Best thing ever made. Decided to add that I also got a gentle leader for my brother's new husky pup, (7 months) and she went from pulling like he was a sled to walking beside with a few pulls here and there. My brother couldn't be happier.
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@@chickennuggets5549 That's a really interesting point🤔 I had never considered that when I bought my gentle leader. I'll consider this Jesus character when I buy my next dog product....
@@synthetichappiness7564 😂😂 I snort-laughed way to hard at your response to chicken nugget. Maybe we should all wait for Jesus to train our next dogs for us
@@ladypeiandtheclown5410 I was so confused about their message I had to double check what I wrote. I was like, what does Jesus have to do with a gentle leader.
I cannot believe how big of a difference the head harness makes on a walk. It took like 3 walks with it for my cattle dog to understand not to be an asshole. I love it
Boy do I hear you. Now we’re just trying to train our hefty heeler mix to stop trying to protect us by reacting to every dog and some of the people we pass. I began “starting” the walk before we even open the door (no more door dashing), which is helping some.
Only just started this video but I love the advice to switch up the device. My ex-trainer wasn't happy with me for switching to the gentle leader even though it produces the BEST walking results for him. I decided to go with what works for me and my dog!
I used to have a cane corso he was huge.. used to take me for a walk the gentle leader was brilliant for the pulling. Once he got used to it of course he wasn’t happy to start with but I persevered a day or two what a difference it made.
awesome video as usual. i starting getting my people aggressive pit mix with my friends using your methods today! can't wait to see the results as we continue. thanks Joel
I LOVE your videos! I've learned a ton and wish I was in Cali too come meet you guys. You are one of the most amazing trainers I've ever watched. Love it and keep it up. Thanks for the videos!
the more of your videos i watch, the more i really like your style and methods of dog training etc... very cool. thank you, im learning a lot... the gentle leader is a gamechanger too...
So glad to see another video. I just again told someone on a walk they should watch your videos. My dogs are so much better. This person walking past with a German Sheppard looking puppy, I think, had the dog pulled so hard on a choke chain they were lifting it off the ground. So common and so sad. Thanks for your channel.
Picked up a gentle leader for my 3yo pit after watching some of your videos using it. I tried a few other things with moderate success, but the gentle leader worked. I had a loose leash 1/8th of the way into our walk with my dog watching me and where I was going. He still wanted to go to other dogs, but the reaction was far calmer, and he came back to me faster. Best $20 I've spent on training supplies.
Seeing a Malinois to start off with made me realize I was watching the right video because mine is insane and is less insane just because I've been watching Joel's videos for about 4 months
So happy you explained the shock and awe! I’ve heard you recommend it and a pro trainer I went to once recommended overly harsh methods (like punch her in the face) but being aggressive has always made my dog worse so I was always confused. It was with the explanation in this video that I realized I’m probably doing it wrong because I usually say something like “what do you have” which gets her in the same mind set as the slow reach to grab. Excited to try it the correct way!
Your head leash lessons allowed forever rescue of 2 large dogs whose lives might have otherwise ended sadly. I'm not as soft as the fun positive only zealots, or as firm as you recommend. I do find your videos the most credible and useful on youtube. Thank you!
It's called redirecting and reward the desired behavior. This has to be used everyday in all things until the dog learns what you want and how you want it. It eventually becomes a game and then be sure to meet the dogs needs like exercise play and good nutrition.
Do you have a video on how to transition any dog to like the gentle leader? You put it on so easy on dogs!! Thank you for continuously educating us on how to be better people for our dogs and vice versa👍🏾💪🏾😎👏🏾 #Joelthetruth
I wish there was one for (re)conditioning a dog to a muzzle when it's already beent traumatized by one (i.e., goes into high-panic mode with flinging its paws at its face the minute you put it on, even after willlingly taking treats from the open muzzle).
I got told by a trainer to hold my hand in it with a treat for the dog to put there muzzle in themselves for the treat keep doin it then start to clip it on dog let them get used to that and then add lead, its how i trained putting anything over my akita i use a halti pretty much sane thing as a gentle leader but my girl still pulls like crap with it so i am still practising with the 180 turns and things
They definitely should give you money but long as you freely advertise they prob won’t. You should come up with your own leader !! Missed you glad to see another posting
I was asked to adopt a dog who was very intensely into resource guarding and attacked my dog a lot. So my solution was to teach her a new game called “sharing”
My only time ever getting bit was a grooming client lied about her dog having aggressive behaviors. Dog did fine the entire groom, I go down to do the 3rd set of nail trims and my face got close to his and he bit and shook my nose. She saw it happen and then said "oh yeah, he doesnt like people's faces close to his.. he bit my nephews cheek open last week..." I now no longer trust the word of grooming or training clients.
Thank you Joel for all of you videos, they have been such a priceless tool for training our two dobies! We love the gentle leader but just wonder do you need to phase of the gentle leader? Do you recommend not having it forever?
I agree with trying different leads. Associate the lead with a walk, or going to the park. Doing something that they associate with pleasure. Dog training today, in my opinion focusses on treats way to much... Resourse guarding happens, when the dog sees you as weak. You pay the bills, buy the food, be the boss.
I have a short snouted boxer, I tried various head halters, they either didn’t fit his snout one thin version cut his snout. Any suggestions for brachial dogs?
I was taught to hand feed my pup with my hand through the GL, bringing it closer to his snout each day over a week. Then week two slip it over his snout. When it's normal clip the back clip on. Had a German Shepherd that developed a deep distrust and fear of the GL - they would go into a "death role" panic because I forced it on her. Gently gently catch ye monkey.
@@vswick No it didn't, apart from the straps being gentle, The dogs learn quick how to walk by your side if the practise the simple instruction (on the website). My GSD was four years old when I started using a head collar on him and I was surpised with how well he started to walk beside me.
We got an ‘off brand’ version of a Gentle Leader (as neither of the pet stores in our town sold them) to try but found it would sit way too close to his eyes and couldn’t be adjusted away. The size was the right one for him according to the packaging and the next size down was too small. Does the Gentle Leader adjust to fit so I can avoid this? I’m going to have to order online so want to get the right size first time. He’s an Irish Terrier about 2years old.
The GL’s we use are adjustable. Beckman uses the same kind. I use a size medium on my standard poodle (male, about 50 pounds) and it’s very comfortable for my pup. Highly recommend! (Not sure how they fit on your pup, in regards to the fit around the eyes, but wish you all the luck with finding one that works!) 😊
Funnily enough, that is the one I bought yesterday. Optifit model, if that’s the one you mean. I’m going to try it on him over the weekend, just around the house with treats and games to get him used to it before I try adding the leash outside. Thanks for the reply. 👍🏻
Beckmann what do you think of the easy walk harness that’s a martingale wt the front of the dog’s chest? Make it way easier to walk my pup . Used gentle leader on former dog which helped with her but in her case I also needed to use a appropriately weighted backpack for a short time. I tried to introduce my puppy to the gentle leader but could barely get it near my 9 mo old crazy standard poodle .
Just found your videos, I have a 3 1/2 year old rescue micro bullie. He is very aggressive towards dogs. The trainer we had a brief meeting with here in MA spoke highly of the gentle leader. We have tried getting him to associate treats with putting on the gentle leader but he doesn’t tolerate it and gets to the point of trying to bite if we push him getting it on. Do you have any suggestions to get the gentle leader on him or an other alternative to the gentle leader?
Great video! I have a question related to something you said during the resource guarding portion of the video. When it involves another dog, you said sometimes you take it, and other times you’ll give it to the other dog.. but to be careful with that. Could you elaborate on that a bit? I have a five year old aussie and we just introduced a puppy into the mix (same breed) and she has shown signs of guarding. For the most part, I just discourage the behavior when I see it with the shock method. But lately I’ve been taking the toy from the puppy and giving it to the older dog to show her that her bad behavior isn’t going to get her anywhere, in fact, quite the opposite. Is this a bad idea? Will this create a problem between the 2 of them in the long run? Thanks for your help!
The freedom no-pull harness is so much better, my dog walks perfectly with it. Dogs can't pull you around anymore. The gentle leader did not work out for us :(
I raise guide dogs and the gl is just part of their uniform along with their identifying jackets. Even if a dog has excellent reliable leash manners it can be very helpful steering in crowded areas.
I have a question I hope can be answered! When I see people walking dogs around my suburb, quite often they avoid crossing paths on the sidewalk because of reactivity. The ones that do meet on leash is pretty much a toin coss if it turns into a huge lunge, bite, jump, release of energy, etc. If i have a young dog on leash, will they learn to become reactive on leash if surrounded by lots of other dogs reactive on leash? Or am I best to continue to "cross paths" let them smell on loose leash - but prepared to correct my dog, or save my dog by pulling it away from the aggressive dog? This turns what should be, normal relaxing family walks into a more stressful experience, even if I am exuding a calm + confident demeanor with my dog. Thanks for any replies =)
@@marylang4540 Sorry But I don't really understand what you mean. Are you saying good management is just crossing the street and avoiding other dog to dog interactions? Or is it healthier for my dog to have a coin-toss of an interaction with a potentially hostile dog (with the leash prepared of course to separate?) And will this lead my dog to learn to become more leash reactive by meeting other unfriendly dogs?
@@cameronbajt4 good management is looking out for the comfort of your dog and not putting him in a position where he feels he has to react. So yes cross the street. It prevents him from rehearsing behaviours that you want to eliminate.
My dog is a chihuahua with a short face so there isn't any gentle leader her size, and she sniffs the ground like crazy. I can't seem to get her attention when we're outside. What should I do? Also, I'm afraid the normal collar would hurt her fragile throat.
I have a year old male Pitt mix , all of a sudden he is very aggressive . he has nipped my daughter and I , he will not let us walk by without Growling at us showing teeth and lunging and biting us . what can I do we really need help
My parents have a lab mix that pulls like crazy. She has a gentle lead, but she's absolutely anal about spending the entire walk trying to rip it off her face. It's such a shame that my parents won't commit to REALLY leash training her - she walks so much better on the gentle lead, but it's "such a hassle" for them to use. -.- 'Not my circus, not my monkey', but I would really love to be able to walk her when I visit my parents 😔
Should I use a gentle leader on s super reactive 15 month old chihuahua/ pit bull terrier mix 11 pounds . She’s very small . I’ve tried a bunch of different collars / harnesses ! Still dealing with leash reactivity and being a maniac when she sees people or dogs on the street 75% of the time I’m at my wits end
Try it. It probably won’t fix the reactivity (especially if it’s at that level), you might want to also try 5 min “training walks” inside the house where you make it clear how you expect her to act without the distractions of other dogs & people. Also, make sure to follow Joel’s advice on making sure your dog is “with you” before you even open the door to walk. Put them on leader. Open door. If they start walking through the door, stand your ground, lead them back in. Shut the door and start over. Repeat until the dog no longer starts walking with the door wide open. Then go outside. Walk a few steps. As soon as the dog starts to get out in front of you, stop. Go back inside & close the door. Start again. They have to know you mean business and aren’t going to let them get away with ignoring you, ever. No oh but she needs a walk! Or “oh that’s confusing to her.” It most certainly isn’t, it’s actually sending a VERY clear message. And that method is EXCELLENT training, engages their brain and body, even if they don’t get a full walk for days or more til they get it. Think of it like a doggie video game: you can’t go to the next level til you win this one. When your dog waits for you to go out the door, she didn’t win the entire game (or earn a whole walk). She just won one level (or a few more steps). If your dog is not “with you,” watching, checking, stopping when you stop, turning when you turn, etc, that dog will not be “with you” or listen in the face of distractions like people and other dogs.
Joel, has anyone ever asked about grabbing a dog's cheek to get its attention and correct it? Someone told me that that is what a mother dog does, & that a dog remembers its mother correcting it that way, & the dog readily submits. (Unless it's learned to be mean & aggressive - not including that dog in this question.) Have you ever done that? What do you think about it? I did have an Old English Sheepdog from puppyhood for 14 years, and I corrected him that way less than a handful of times in his youth. He accepted my correction, I never hurt him but he couldn't get away from me, and he became that special dog in your life that obeyed commands immediately without a leash, treats or anything. He just lived to please & was my shadow. He was awesome.
A Dam or any acquainted older dog with a puppy will often bare teeth as a forewarning, and grab the scruff(loose skin) or will air snap next to a puppies face, at worst they'll face snap + get on top of a puppy going for scruff until the puppy submits or calms down being very loud and threatening. Dogs do not actually like excitement in a household regularly, it makes it very hard to predict things or get a read on what's happening, that why excited dogs and puppies often get attacked by other dogs. Dogs expect certain manners just like people and will call each other out for being rude or disrespectful from a experienced dog owner and past breeder of multiple species.
my hungarian mudi (a tall one for the breed), 16 mo neutered male, is a very friendly, I would say well socialized, have multiple best dog friends, but fence reactive (from the inside if our yard) & insaaanely reactive to a german shephard (3-4 yo) a few houses down, we can't even go that direction anymore coz they both go bonkers, mine whines & barks & growls all the same time & despite his small/mid frame, pulls like a big dog 😩 so after observing your videos, gaining confidence, I bought a gentle leader.. my dog walks like a dream in it, but there, at the gsd fence.. the gentle leader cut into his skin from him "correcting himself" repeatedly :/// I lost all hope, is there a situation that we should just let go, like this?
however it took 2 weeks to condition him to the gentle leader and even then (when he walked like a dream in it) he absolutely hated it... also thinking that that gsd would need to be worked on but :/
What do you do when you are petting your dog and he starts growling, only happens sometimes but freaks me out, I stop and slowly back up and move away just in case but what is the way you would stop this behavior
I have had that issue, too, and will sometimes either change the leash to a lighter weight leash or I will alternate between the GL and using his collar for “off “ hours walks (when I don’t “have” to use it) to give his Snoot a break. Seems to help.
I use a gentle leader which is brilliant but for the first 15 mins of the walk I have to hold my dog up with the collar to stop him sliding along the ground to get it off and claw at it with his paws. This happens every time. Had it for several months now. Any suggestions?
our heeler still does the same slide & roll in the grass occasionally, but I’ve learned to just keep walking, rather than make it a stand-off or tug of war. They learn it quick.
I used a gentle leader on my dog 1 year old german shepherd never had one on before it was literally instantly no pulling he hates it on his mouth but it works so his ass won't literally take me when he pulls
The main thing to remember is that corrections go to the side, not backward. Joel will get a dog conditioned on a gentle leader in minutes, then the dog just checks in and looks at where he is going the whole time. So essentially, if you use it properly, it’s like it’s not even there. If the dog is not trained properly and the owner just yanks at the out of control dog, it won’t be great.
I've seen Joel put these leaders on big big dogs but I must be putting the gentle leader on wrong 😔.. I got two for my two dogs( border collies) both have managed to get them off during the walks so I've given up with them.. Maybe a vid how to put them on so they are secure would be fantastic for the likes of me 😂 🙈
Our border collie doesn’t seem to mind. Our heeler isn’t fond of it, but I don’t really care. He won’t get a walk otherwise. I’ve found if I just keep walking, it keeps their brains busy (so necessary for the herders), but you might try doing short training “walks” in the house - like 5 min at a time - with the leader. Usually easier without the distractions.
Also, they’re not designed to be restrictive to the dog’s panting or anything. They’re just meant so you have better control and the dog learns from natural consequences what they don’t want to happen (where the head goes, the body will follow).
I think I may have introduced the gentle leader too early (3 months) as my puppy could care less about his head turning. It definitely makes walks easier and alleviates pain for me when he hits the end of the leash, but conditioning staying close and not doing that is terrible. He could care less if he has to stay near me to go anywhere he is so scent focused and throws tantrums if I try to get him to stop (with how young he is idk if thats okay to restrict yet either) He is only 4 months old now so I don’t know if I just have unrealistic expectations or he is just a headstrong poodle.
@@vswick I know their was another video he was usuing it on another large breed puppy at 4 mths so idks. I think it'd be smart not to as he's learning how to pull against it, but I'm not for sure what to do in the in-between that will work.
@@harleysauceda5401 I've had quite a few dogs to be honest (currently have 7😅) I find if a puppy doesn't want to be obedient under 6 months old just put them in a harness and let them do what they will as long as it's not dangerous, just generally safer and easier on their bodies, I will get a harness with a handle so I can bodily hold them if they get too crazy. Then basic obedience and positive reinforcement with added harsh discipline and seriousness when misbehaving past 6 months to start getting the manners to click. Best to let puppies do as they will other than greeting other dogs(most dogs hate puppies) as desensitization and socializing is key on a confident calm dog. A cinch lead, head halter or springer can be used once older with just as much effectiveness as long as you are training good basic obedience and communication. As long as it's not a hound breed at least lol.
Joel, I have been following your videos for a while now. I am absolutely appalled to get an anti-transgender ad on one of your videos, being a transgender follower. I don't know what to do in this situation... please advise.
The ending with you asking about your shirt was awesome lol. It shows how you are just "one of us." Idk, I think the more you show how ordinary you are, the more attainable a "good boy" dog is for the rest of us. I have been working with my Great Dane for several months. When I got him, he was scared to even eat out of a dog dish. He has come a long way and has a long way to go, but it feels doable when I watch these videos.
I’m most definitely “one of you guys”. To see how much I am, check out my “blooper” video.
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For what it's worth I thought the shirt looks great 😂
I took in a rehome rottie this past weekend. He came with a choke collar and a leash. We walked to the Goodwill and lo and behold there was a brand new gentle leader in the pet section for $7.99! I can say, his demeanor has changed and he carries himself like a much happier dog.
I've used gentle leaders to train all my rescues to walk on a leash, it has done wonders.
The poor camera person lol. This was a cramped space and they did great getting the right angle to see everything. Thanks for running around for us!
Spot on. These devices are excellent and offer an (almost) instant solution to lead issues. My young GSP wants to do everything at 100 miles per hour. He was a horror on the lead. On the first two occasions he tried to get it off, but he soon came to associate it with having fun.
He now walks to the park to play with his ball very well. No pulling.
The minute I put the gentle leader on my 100 lb strong lab, he is absolutely a perfect gentleman. Amazing! It's the only training aid that works 100% for me. Love your videos!!! I've learned a ton.
“Sometimes I pretend to eat it” 😂😂😂😂 Great video
Your awsome Joe love your zero tolerance to bs. Best trainer on the internet
My dog gets excited when the gentle leader comes out...he knows we are going places.
Always look forward to these. His “good boy” is unmatched
I use the gentle leader on my male Great Dane and it works so well! Your method has saved our walks! He wasn’t a puller but he used to be leash reactive. Thank you Joel 🙏🏻
Got a gentle leader a week ago. "Conditioned" my 9 month old 42 pound chocolate lab at home with wearing it for a few minutes a few times a day and giving treats. Walked around a few times in the house.. walked around a few times in the back yard. My 'sled dog' went from sled dog pulling, to loose leash walking in one walk session around the neighbohood. She does constantly try and rub her face in the snow to take it off, but other than that it's been AMAZING.
Here's my comment for the algorithm without stating anything specific about my dog because I'm so tired of people in the comments of dog training videos trying to tell me how to train my dog without ever seeing him. That said, *thank you* for always mentioning that you wouldn't use the same approach with different dogs when you give a demonstration.
I never had trouble teaching my dog not to pull on the leash, but your loose leash method was also a great tool in teaching him to ask me for a permission before crossing a street. I don't have to give him a verbal "stop!" anymore!
Joel: *Takes bag of treats off shelf and opens it*
Cashier: uh.. Joel you have to pay for-
Joel: I don’t care! I’m over it…
Cashier: … But you can’t just open them before paying…
Joel: I can do this all day 🗿
1:45
I got gentle leaders for my huskies and they work great! Just now learning to phase them it during walks from this video. Will start doing that with them!
My dog barely pulls on a harness, but after listening to Joel talk about the gentle leader I decided to get one and holy shit they are the best thing ever. My dog goes from being slightly in front with a few pulls to walking right beside me and no pulling after only one self correction. Best thing ever made.
Decided to add that I also got a gentle leader for my brother's new husky pup, (7 months) and she went from pulling like he was a sled to walking beside with a few pulls here and there. My brother couldn't be happier.
hurray!!! Gamechanger for me and my 3 brutes 🐾❤️🐾❤️🐾❤️
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@@chickennuggets5549 That's a really interesting point🤔 I had never considered that when I bought my gentle leader. I'll consider this Jesus character when I buy my next dog product....
@@synthetichappiness7564 😂😂 I snort-laughed way to hard at your response to chicken nugget. Maybe we should all wait for Jesus to train our next dogs for us
@@ladypeiandtheclown5410 I was so confused about their message I had to double check what I wrote. I was like, what does Jesus have to do with a gentle leader.
I watch Joel’s videos hoping to get a glimpse of Prince because it’s like seeing a celebrity
I cannot believe how big of a difference the head harness makes on a walk. It took like 3 walks with it for my cattle dog to understand not to be an asshole. I love it
Boy do I hear you. Now we’re just trying to train our hefty heeler mix to stop trying to protect us by reacting to every dog and some of the people we pass. I began “starting” the walk before we even open the door (no more door dashing), which is helping some.
i'm really diggin' the outtakes at the end of the last couple vids..
too funny
Only just started this video but I love the advice to switch up the device. My ex-trainer wasn't happy with me for switching to the gentle leader even though it produces the BEST walking results for him. I decided to go with what works for me and my dog!
I used to have a cane corso he was huge.. used to take me for a walk the gentle leader was brilliant for the pulling. Once he got used to it of course he wasn’t happy to start with but I persevered a day or two what a difference it made.
Gentle Leaders really need to sponsor Joel, come on now lol
He is hardly the only trainer advocating for gl. It’s a pretty common tool out there lol
It is amazing how good you are at your job and how good you are at teaching!
The Gentle Leader is truly a masterpiece. Thank you Joel, your methods from all your vids helped me a lot
I love your vids, tell everyone about you, and always, always learning.
awesome video as usual. i starting getting my people aggressive pit mix with my friends using your methods today! can't wait to see the results as we continue. thanks Joel
I LOVE your videos! I've learned a ton and wish I was in Cali too come meet you guys. You are one of the most amazing trainers I've ever watched. Love it and keep it up. Thanks for the videos!
the more of your videos i watch, the more i really like your style and methods of dog training etc... very cool. thank you, im learning a lot... the gentle leader is a gamechanger too...
So glad to see another video. I just again told someone on a walk they should watch your videos. My dogs are so much better. This person walking past with a German Sheppard looking puppy, I think, had the dog pulled so hard on a choke chain they were lifting it off the ground. So common and so sad. Thanks for your channel.
Picked up a gentle leader for my 3yo pit after watching some of your videos using it. I tried a few other things with moderate success, but the gentle leader worked. I had a loose leash 1/8th of the way into our walk with my dog watching me and where I was going.
He still wanted to go to other dogs, but the reaction was far calmer, and he came back to me faster. Best $20 I've spent on training supplies.
Yes your jacket looks old, because I've seen it over and over on many videos over the years! HAHAHHA
Not old ancient didn't they dig it up at a caveman site...Just Kidding Joel
I know, my wife keeps telling me to buy a better one, and yes I have other cloths but that’s my only thin, movable jacket. I’ll buy another one.
@Beckman's Dog Training well the important thing is the lessons you teach otherwise what you wear doesn't matter...I don't think the dogs care
Joel is an absolute legend!
I love Dobies so much, you're a great trainer, Joel!
Seeing a Malinois to start off with made me realize I was watching the right video because mine is insane and is less insane just because I've been watching Joel's videos for about 4 months
I just used the loud clap method for her on the couch and it worked!! Wow!!
Thank you!!
So happy you explained the shock and awe! I’ve heard you recommend it and a pro trainer I went to once recommended overly harsh methods (like punch her in the face) but being aggressive has always made my dog worse so I was always confused. It was with the explanation in this video that I realized I’m probably doing it wrong because I usually say something like “what do you have” which gets her in the same mind set as the slow reach to grab. Excited to try it the correct way!
Nice plug. Kahoolawe treats 🤣🤣. Great vid as always Joel wish you were in FL
Same Joel! Come to FL!!
Your head leash lessons allowed forever rescue of 2 large dogs whose lives might have otherwise ended sadly. I'm not as soft as the fun positive only zealots, or as firm as you recommend. I do find your videos the most credible and useful on youtube. Thank you!
It's called redirecting and reward the desired behavior. This has to be used everyday in all things until the dog learns what you want and how you want it. It eventually becomes a game and then be sure to meet the dogs needs like exercise play and good nutrition.
Do you have a video on how to transition any dog to like the gentle leader? You put it on so easy on dogs!!
Thank you for continuously educating us on how to be better people for our dogs and vice versa👍🏾💪🏾😎👏🏾 #Joelthetruth
I wish there was one for (re)conditioning a dog to a muzzle when it's already beent traumatized by one (i.e., goes into high-panic mode with flinging its paws at its face the minute you put it on, even after willlingly taking treats from the open muzzle).
I got told by a trainer to hold my hand in it with a treat for the dog to put there muzzle in themselves for the treat keep doin it then start to clip it on dog let them get used to that and then add lead, its how i trained putting anything over my akita i use a halti pretty much sane thing as a gentle leader but my girl still pulls like crap with it so i am still practising with the 180 turns and things
Also I loved the little blooper at the end 😂
that last cut in the video was great XD
11:01 Malinois knows Joel is boss and is awaiting his next command🐾❤️
They definitely should give you money but long as you freely advertise they prob won’t. You should come up with your own leader !! Missed you glad to see another posting
Yeah I’ve thought about making my own.
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Please do, specifically for Rottweilers !!!❣️
presence does so much for dogs
I was asked to adopt a dog who was very intensely into resource guarding and attacked my dog a lot. So my solution was to teach her a new game called “sharing”
I’d love to hear more about that!
My only time ever getting bit was a grooming client lied about her dog having aggressive behaviors. Dog did fine the entire groom, I go down to do the 3rd set of nail trims and my face got close to his and he bit and shook my nose. She saw it happen and then said "oh yeah, he doesnt like people's faces close to his.. he bit my nephews cheek open last week..." I now no longer trust the word of grooming or training clients.
I have a male sheepadoodle Finley that’s done awesome on a gentle leader!
AMAZING!!! ❤️
Very good seeing how to handle the puppy.
To the guy with the young Mal, please see this: Malinois Puppy TIPS! by Andy Krueger, he's an expert in Mals.
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Thank you Joel for all of you videos, they have been such a priceless tool for training our two dobies! We love the gentle leader but just wonder do you need to phase of the gentle leader? Do you recommend not having it forever?
I agree with trying different leads. Associate the lead with a walk, or going to the park. Doing something that they associate with pleasure. Dog training today, in my opinion focusses on treats way to much...
Resourse guarding happens, when the dog sees you as weak. You pay the bills, buy the food, be the boss.
Exactly, my girl knows harness is for excitement but if she's on a collar she better behave or head halter it is!
I have a short snouted boxer, I tried various head halters, they either didn’t fit his snout one thin version cut his snout. Any suggestions for brachial dogs?
I have to watch from 5:12 again. As soon as I saw Prince, I noticed I ve ingored you for a while, sorry 😆😆😆.
I was taught to hand feed my pup with my hand through the GL, bringing it closer to his snout each day over a week. Then week two slip it over his snout. When it's normal clip the back clip on.
Had a German Shepherd that developed a deep distrust and fear of the GL - they would go into a "death role" panic because I forced it on her.
Gently gently catch ye monkey.
I used a gentle leader on my GSD, it's the best at preventing dogs pulling on the leash.
Did it rub fur off your GSD’s face?
@@vswick No it didn't, apart from the straps being gentle, The dogs learn quick how to walk by your side if the practise the simple instruction (on the website).
My GSD was four years old when I started using a head collar on him and I was surpised with how well he started to walk beside me.
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We got an ‘off brand’ version of a Gentle Leader (as neither of the pet stores in our town sold them) to try but found it would sit way too close to his eyes and couldn’t be adjusted away. The size was the right one for him according to the packaging and the next size down was too small. Does the Gentle Leader adjust to fit so I can avoid this? I’m going to have to order online so want to get the right size first time. He’s an Irish Terrier about 2years old.
The GL’s we use are adjustable. Beckman uses the same kind. I use a size medium on my standard poodle (male, about 50 pounds) and it’s very comfortable for my pup. Highly recommend! (Not sure how they fit on your pup, in regards to the fit around the eyes, but wish you all the luck with finding one that works!) 😊
Try the Halti brand head halter. It's very adjustable and is a great training tool, especially the latest Optimum version.
Funnily enough, that is the one I bought yesterday. Optifit model, if that’s the one you mean. I’m going to try it on him over the weekend, just around the house with treats and games to get him used to it before I try adding the leash outside. Thanks for the reply. 👍🏻
Beckmann what do you think of the easy walk harness that’s a martingale wt the front of the dog’s chest? Make it way easier to walk my pup . Used gentle leader on former dog which helped with her but in her case I also needed to use a appropriately weighted backpack for a short time. I tried to introduce my puppy to the gentle leader but could barely get it near my 9 mo old crazy standard poodle .
It is actually worked for my dog who was leash reactive
Please come to Nashville! I need a trusting dog to condition my dog with. We’ve had too many dog fights at the dog park.
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Really good class. However, watching the video is bad because the audio goes up and down. I had to constantly adjust the volume.
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Just found your videos, I have a 3 1/2 year old rescue micro bullie. He is very aggressive towards dogs. The trainer we had a brief meeting with here in MA spoke highly of the gentle leader. We have tried getting him to associate treats with putting on the gentle leader but he doesn’t tolerate it and gets to the point of trying to bite if we push him getting it on. Do you have any suggestions to get the gentle leader on him or an other alternative to the gentle leader?
So this is where you've been lol....really missing out on the sessions at the facility....it's been long time.
Great video! I have a question related to something you said during the resource guarding portion of the video. When it involves another dog, you said sometimes you take it, and other times you’ll give it to the other dog.. but to be careful with that. Could you elaborate on that a bit? I have a five year old aussie and we just introduced a puppy into the mix (same breed) and she has shown signs of guarding. For the most part, I just discourage the behavior when I see it with the shock method. But lately I’ve been taking the toy from the puppy and giving it to the older dog to show her that her bad behavior isn’t going to get her anywhere, in fact, quite the opposite. Is this a bad idea? Will this create a problem between the 2 of them in the long run?
Thanks for your help!
The freedom no-pull harness is so much better, my dog walks perfectly with it. Dogs can't pull you around anymore. The gentle leader did not work out for us :(
Quick question; do I need to phase out the gentle leader? I just don't see a good reasons not to use it permanently.
I raise guide dogs and the gl is just part of their uniform along with their identifying jackets. Even if a dog has excellent reliable leash manners it can be very helpful steering in crowded areas.
I have a question I hope can be answered!
When I see people walking dogs around my suburb, quite often they avoid crossing paths on the sidewalk because of reactivity. The ones that do meet on leash is pretty much a toin coss if it turns into a huge lunge, bite, jump, release of energy, etc. If i have a young dog on leash, will they learn to become reactive on leash if surrounded by lots of other dogs reactive on leash? Or am I best to continue to "cross paths" let them smell on loose leash - but prepared to correct my dog, or save my dog by pulling it away from the aggressive dog? This turns what should be, normal relaxing family walks into a more stressful experience, even if I am exuding a calm + confident demeanor with my dog. Thanks for any replies =)
Good management is always better than correcting when there is a lack of management.
@@marylang4540 Sorry But I don't really understand what you mean. Are you saying good management is just crossing the street and avoiding other dog to dog interactions? Or is it healthier for my dog to have a coin-toss of an interaction with a potentially hostile dog (with the leash prepared of course to separate?) And will this lead my dog to learn to become more leash reactive by meeting other unfriendly dogs?
@@cameronbajt4 I think Mary means, cross the street. It's probably easier to just avoid the opportunity of a negative meeting.
I would.
@@cameronbajt4 good management is looking out for the comfort of your dog and not putting him in a position where he feels he has to react. So yes cross the street. It prevents him from rehearsing behaviours that you want to eliminate.
My dog is a chihuahua with a short face so there isn't any gentle leader her size, and she sniffs the ground like crazy. I can't seem to get her attention when we're outside. What should I do? Also, I'm afraid the normal collar would hurt her fragile throat.
Is there a particular favorite or recommended gentle leader for an adult malinois?
don't only teach the dog "release", also teach him "hold". train those 2 commands together and reward the "release"
I have a year old male Pitt mix , all of a sudden he is very aggressive . he has nipped my daughter and I , he will not let us walk by without Growling at us showing teeth and lunging and biting us . what can I do we really need help
What to do with boston terrier in this case?
My parents have a lab mix that pulls like crazy. She has a gentle lead, but she's absolutely anal about spending the entire walk trying to rip it off her face. It's such a shame that my parents won't commit to REALLY leash training her - she walks so much better on the gentle lead, but it's "such a hassle" for them to use. -.- 'Not my circus, not my monkey', but I would really love to be able to walk her when I visit my parents 😔
Should I use a gentle leader on s super reactive 15 month old chihuahua/ pit bull terrier mix 11 pounds .
She’s very small . I’ve tried a bunch of different collars / harnesses ! Still dealing with leash reactivity and being a maniac when she sees people or dogs on the street 75% of the time
I’m at my wits end
Try it. It probably won’t fix the reactivity (especially if it’s at that level), you might want to also try 5 min “training walks” inside the house where you make it clear how you expect her to act without the distractions of other dogs & people. Also, make sure to follow Joel’s advice on making sure your dog is “with you” before you even open the door to walk. Put them on leader. Open door. If they start walking through the door, stand your ground, lead them back in. Shut the door and start over. Repeat until the dog no longer starts walking with the door wide open. Then go outside. Walk a few steps. As soon as the dog starts to get out in front of you, stop. Go back inside & close the door. Start again. They have to know you mean business and aren’t going to let them get away with ignoring you, ever. No oh but she needs a walk! Or “oh that’s confusing to her.” It most certainly isn’t, it’s actually sending a VERY clear message. And that method is EXCELLENT training, engages their brain and body, even if they don’t get a full walk for days or more til they get it. Think of it like a doggie video game: you can’t go to the next level til you win this one. When your dog waits for you to go out the door, she didn’t win the entire game (or earn a whole walk). She just won one level (or a few more steps). If your dog is not “with you,” watching, checking, stopping when you stop, turning when you turn, etc, that dog will not be “with you” or listen in the face of distractions like people and other dogs.
Joel, has anyone ever asked about grabbing a dog's cheek to get its attention and correct it? Someone told me that that is what a mother dog does, & that a dog remembers its mother correcting it that way, & the dog readily submits. (Unless it's learned to be mean & aggressive - not including that dog in this question.) Have you ever done that? What do you think about it?
I did have an Old English Sheepdog from puppyhood for 14 years, and I corrected him that way less than a handful of times in his youth. He accepted my correction, I never hurt him but he couldn't get away from me, and he became that special dog in your life that obeyed commands immediately without a leash, treats or anything. He just lived to please & was my shadow. He was awesome.
A Dam or any acquainted older dog with a puppy will often bare teeth as a forewarning, and grab the scruff(loose skin) or will air snap next to a puppies face, at worst they'll face snap + get on top of a puppy going for scruff until the puppy submits or calms down being very loud and threatening. Dogs do not actually like excitement in a household regularly, it makes it very hard to predict things or get a read on what's happening, that why excited dogs and puppies often get attacked by other dogs. Dogs expect certain manners just like people and will call each other out for being rude or disrespectful from a experienced dog owner and past breeder of multiple species.
@@jessicagislason4855 Interesting. Thanks for sharing.
my hungarian mudi (a tall one for the breed), 16 mo neutered male, is a very friendly, I would say well socialized, have multiple best dog friends, but fence reactive (from the inside if our yard) & insaaanely reactive to a german shephard (3-4 yo) a few houses down, we can't even go that direction anymore coz they both go bonkers, mine whines & barks & growls all the same time & despite his small/mid frame, pulls like a big dog 😩 so after observing your videos, gaining confidence, I bought a gentle leader.. my dog walks like a dream in it, but there, at the gsd fence.. the gentle leader cut into his skin from him "correcting himself" repeatedly :/// I lost all hope, is there a situation that we should just let go, like this?
however it took 2 weeks to condition him to the gentle leader and even then (when he walked like a dream in it) he absolutely hated it...
also thinking that that gsd would need to be worked on but :/
What do you do when you are petting your dog and he starts growling, only happens sometimes but freaks me out, I stop and slowly back up and move away just in case but what is the way you would stop this behavior
My GSD is starting to lose fur on his snout where the gentle leader sits. How does one prevent this??? 😢
I have had that issue, too, and will sometimes either change the leash to a lighter weight leash or I will alternate between the GL and using his collar for “off “ hours walks (when I don’t “have” to use it) to give his Snoot a break. Seems to help.
Is there a link as to where to purchase the gentle leader?
He doesn’t even sell gentle leaders, just recommends them. You can buy them at Kahoots pet store where he is in the video or online.
Finlay being a girl's name in America never fails to trip me up
I've never personally heard it used as a girl's name here in America to be honest, but I'm also not surprised 🤦
How does gentle leader compare to the Haltie or Loopie?
I think GL is the best of the head halters, because it sits the closest to the upper chin, but there all very good so use which ever one you like.
I use a gentle leader which is brilliant but for the first 15 mins of the walk I have to hold my dog up with the collar to stop him sliding along the ground to get it off and claw at it with his paws. This happens every time. Had it for several months now. Any suggestions?
our heeler still does the same slide & roll in the grass occasionally, but I’ve learned to just keep walking, rather than make it a stand-off or tug of war. They learn it quick.
How early can we start the general leader?
I used a gentle leader on my dog 1 year old german shepherd never had one on before it was literally instantly no pulling he hates it on his mouth but it works so his ass won't literally take me when he pulls
Can't gentle leaders cause problems with your dogs neck and nasal passages especially if a large dog keeps lunges out?
The main thing to remember is that corrections go to the side, not backward. Joel will get a dog conditioned on a gentle leader in minutes, then the dog just checks in and looks at where he is going the whole time. So essentially, if you use it properly, it’s like it’s not even there. If the dog is not trained properly and the owner just yanks at the out of control dog, it won’t be great.
Not if properly fitted high behind the ears and under the chin. Veryimportant to not use leash corrections while using the halter.
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I have a problem, I tried this and got yelled at because it was abusing my dog
I have a solution. Ignore whoever yelled at you. They’re idiots and have no idea what they’re talking about. Seriously.
Which kahoots do u work out of
He travels to different ones, generally in San Diego county
This one is Grossmont I believe
I've seen Joel put these leaders on big big dogs but I must be putting the gentle leader on wrong 😔.. I got two for my two dogs( border collies) both have managed to get them off during the walks so I've given up with them.. Maybe a vid how to put them on so they are secure would be fantastic for the likes of me 😂 🙈
Our border collie doesn’t seem to mind. Our heeler isn’t fond of it, but I don’t really care. He won’t get a walk otherwise. I’ve found if I just keep walking, it keeps their brains busy (so necessary for the herders), but you might try doing short training “walks” in the house - like 5 min at a time - with the leader. Usually easier without the distractions.
Also, they’re not designed to be restrictive to the dog’s panting or anything. They’re just meant so you have better control and the dog learns from natural consequences what they don’t want to happen (where the head goes, the body will follow).
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What is a Chipadoodle?
They said “Sheepadoodle,” so I would guess half Sheepdog (probably the standard English Sheepdog) & Poodle.
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I think I may have introduced the gentle leader too early (3 months) as my puppy could care less about his head turning. It definitely makes walks easier and alleviates pain for me when he hits the end of the leash, but conditioning staying close and not doing that is terrible. He could care less if he has to stay near me to go anywhere he is so scent focused and throws tantrums if I try to get him to stop (with how young he is idk if thats okay to restrict yet either) He is only 4 months old now so I don’t know if I just have unrealistic expectations or he is just a headstrong poodle.
In one of his videos, he says not to use these on dogs until they turn 12 months.
@@vswick I know their was another video he was usuing it on another large breed puppy at 4 mths so idks. I think it'd be smart not to as he's learning how to pull against it, but I'm not for sure what to do in the in-between that will work.
@@harleysauceda5401 I've had quite a few dogs to be honest (currently have 7😅) I find if a puppy doesn't want to be obedient under 6 months old just put them in a harness and let them do what they will as long as it's not dangerous, just generally safer and easier on their bodies, I will get a harness with a handle so I can bodily hold them if they get too crazy. Then basic obedience and positive reinforcement with added harsh discipline and seriousness when misbehaving past 6 months to start getting the manners to click. Best to let puppies do as they will other than greeting other dogs(most dogs hate puppies) as desensitization and socializing is key on a confident calm dog. A cinch lead, head halter or springer can be used once older with just as much effectiveness as long as you are training good basic obedience and communication. As long as it's not a hound breed at least lol.
How do you feel about static anti bark colors?
Joel, I have been following your videos for a while now. I am absolutely appalled to get an anti-transgender ad on one of your videos, being a transgender follower. I don't know what to do in this situation... please advise.
Is it really a "gentle leader" or is this a head halter??? Lol
Nope, we have both. Big difference. Make sure it’s a gentle leader.